Lead Scriptwriter
Offer summary
Qualifications:
At least 2 years of experience in scriptwriting, journalism, or social video content, preferably in the entertainment industry., Strong narrative writing skills with an emphasis on pacing, suspense, and emotional impact., Deep understanding of social media content formats like YouTube, Instagram, Facebook Reels, and TikTok., Ability to identify viral content trends and structure scripts to maximize engagement..Key responsibilities:
- Research trending celebrity and entertainment news, viral stories, and social media moments.
- Write compelling scripts for long-form videos (2–10 minutes) and short reels (30–90 seconds).
- Strategize overall content direction, including tone, topics, and publishing schedule.
- Collaborate with video editors to ensure scripts translate effectively to visual media.
Job description
This is a remote position.
Job Opening: Lead Scriptwriter and Content Creator – Celebrity & Entertainment News
Company: MEA Worldwide (MEAWW)
Location: Remote | Experience: 2–4 Years | Type: FullTime
About Us:
We’re a growing digital news agency focused on delivering engaging, storydriven content in the world of celebrity and entertainment. From longform video essays to viral short reels, our goal is to inform and entertain millions across social media platforms with timely, highquality content.
Position Overview:
We’re seeking a Lead Scriptwriter and Content Creator who will drive the editorial tone and content direction for our celebrity and entertainment news division. This role requires a storyteller who’s not only great with words but also understands what works on platforms like YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
You will lead the scripting process for both longform (2–10 min videos) and shortform content (reels), identify trending topics, shape narrative direction, and collaborate closely with our video editor to bring stories to life. You will also help set the content strategy and creative standards for the team.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
1. Research trending celebrityentertainment news, viral stories, and social media moments
2. Write compelling longform video scripts (2–10 minutes) with strong hooks, narrative flow, and factbased storytelling
3. Write scripts for short reels (30–90 seconds) that prioritize retention and engagement
4. Strategize overall content direction – including tone, topic categories, publishing cadence, and story angles
5. Collaborate closely with the video editor to ensure scripts translate effectively to visual media
6. Lead creative brainstorms and mentor junior writers or creators as needed
7. Make realtime editorial decisions based on social trends and analytics
8. Maintain a consistent voice across content, aligned with the brand’s personality
Requirements:
1. 2+ years of experience in scriptwriting, journalism, or social video content (celebrityentertainment industry preferred)
2. Strong narrative writing skills with a focus on pacing, suspense, and emotional impact
1. Research trending celebrityentertainment news, viral stories, and social media moments
2. Write compelling longform video scripts (2–10 minutes) with strong hooks, narrative flow, and factbased storytelling
3. Write scripts for short reels (30–90 seconds) that prioritize retention and engagement
4. Strategize overall content direction – including tone, topic categories, publishing cadence, and story angles
5. Collaborate closely with the video editor to ensure scripts translate effectively to visual media
6. Lead creative brainstorms and mentor junior writers or creators as needed
7. Make realtime editorial decisions based on social trends and analytics
8. Maintain a consistent voice across content, aligned with the brand’s personality
Requirements:
1. 2+ years of experience in scriptwriting, journalism, or social video content (celebrityentertainment industry preferred)
2. Strong narrative writing skills with a focus on pacing, suspense, and emotional impact